Detective Work: Investigating the Hidden Causes of Hip Pain
September 20th, 2024Hip pain can be a debilitating condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Approximately 15% of adults over the age of 60 experience hip pain. If you’re one of those individuals, you understand the impact on your daily life. Fortunately, physical therapy could hold the key to understanding the causes of your hip pain and
Natural Remedies for Arthritis Pain Relief
September 10th, 2024Meet Chelsea, an avid gardener who found solace in tending to her plants every morning. However, her joy was tainted by the persistent ache in her joints, hindering her ability to enjoy her hobby. The desire for relief drove Chelsea to explore natural remedies for arthritis, finding that physical therapy could help her regain control
Preventing Sports Injuries: Tips from a Physical Therapist
August 20th, 2024Sports enrich our lives with excitement and physical activity, but they also carry the risk of injuries. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, no one is immune to the possibility of experiencing a sports-related injury. Fortunately, you can prevent sports injuries through proper precautions and strategies. Physical therapy is effective not only in treating sports
Speeding Up Recovery with Post-Operative Physical Therapy
August 10th, 2024Post-operative physical therapy can be a game-changer for individuals recovering from surgical procedures, offering a path to expedited healing and restored function. Meet Mark, an avid runner sidelined by a knee injury requiring surgery. The prospect of a lengthy recovery loomed large, threatening to derail Mark’s active lifestyle and passion for running. However, with the
The Role of Exercise in Alleviating Arthritis Pain
July 20th, 2024Arthritis affects millions worldwide, causing pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility. In fact, according to the Arthritis Foundation, over 54 million adults in the United States alon have been diagnosed with arthritis. However, there is hope for relief through physical therapy and targeted exercise for arthritis pain. Ready to get started with physical therapy for arthritis
The Ultimate Guide to Sports Injury Recovery: Physical Therapy Exercises
July 10th, 2024Exercises for sports injury recovery are vital for restoring strength, flexibility, and function after experiencing a sports-related injury. Whether you’re a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, understanding the importance of targeted exercises can accelerate your recovery and prevent future injuries. At our clinic, we specialize in providing personalized physical therapy programs to help you
Leave Medication In The Dust With Physical Therapy
June 20th, 2024The opioid epidemic is frequently in the news, and it may have prompted you to consider how painkillers are affecting your life. Try physical therapy instead. You may be sick of taking pain medicines every day when you wake up, throughout the day as you fight to move without agony, and at night to sleep
Get Ready To Toss Your Drugs In The Trash With Physical Therapy
June 10th, 2024As we all know, our country is dealing with an opioid crisis. Prescription medication addiction is expected to affect 11.5 million people in the United States. If this statistic scares you, it should – this is a severe problem. We shouldn’t take it lightly. This is a scary moment, but there is a way out.
Fight Back Against Chronic Pain Frustration With Physical Therapy
May 20th, 2024Arthritis pain is one of the most frustrating types of pain. It is intense, chronic pain that can interfere with just about everything that you like to do throughout the day. A study revealed an estimated 54.4 million US adults had been diagnosed with arthritis—about 1 in 4 Americans. Of those, about 27% report experiencing
Are Frequent Headaches Controlling Your Life? You Could Find Relief Through Physical Therapy
May 10th, 2024Have you noticed pain on one side of your head? Do you have tension in the neck that radiates up and leaves you with a nagging headache? There are many different types of headaches and various causes for each of them. Fortunately, the therapists at Walker Physical Therapy & Sports Injury Center know how to